Last week, we reported that county jail personnel were denying inmates access to their attorneys. Only those lawyers who were representing them on criminal matters could meet with them. Both the U.S….
Ice Flyers raising money for flood victims
The Pensacola Ice Flyers are holding a raffle with all proceeds going to benefit the victims of the recent flooding in the area. People will be able to choose between the drawing…
Escambia County sets up residential debris drop-off site
Escambia County has opened a Residential Debris Drop-Off Site at the John R. Jones Athletic Park , 555 E. Nine Mile Road, beginning Saturday, May 10. Hours of Operation will be from…
Project Outreach Sites Operational Throughout the County
Escambia County has launched Project Outreach, a disaster relief program that uses field teams to provide aid to the most heavily impacted areas within Escambia County. These sites will be operational from…
From the City of Pensacola: How to apply for disaster assistance
Residents who were affected by last week’s storms and flooding who have not yet applied for available assistance should do so immediately. There are three ways to apply for assistance: • Online….
Latest weather summary from State EOC
Florida’s State Emergency Operations Center (SEOC) has activated in response to flooding in the Panhandle of Florida. WEATHER SUMMARY: A frontal boundary is poised to push through Northwest Florida over the weekend,…
Medical help coming for inmates hurt by jail blast
At yesterday’s County Commission meeting, Director of Corrections Gordon Pike told the board that the county has hired six additional mental health counselors and one addition medical doctor to see to the…
Farm Share and Rep. Clay Ingram bring food to District 5
In response to the flooding that devastated several local communities, Farm Share and State Rep. Clay Ingram will host a free food distribution on Saturday, May 10th, from 10:00 a.m. to 1:00…
Escambia County: Sandbags and tarps available
Sandbags Available: In preparation for possible rain over the next few days, Escambia County is making ten filled sandbags available per vehicle to the public at no cost, while supplies last. Full…
Governor Scott requests FEMA Public Assistance
On Thursday, May 8, Governor Rick Scott requested federal Public Assistance for Florida counties, in addition to the Individual Assistance that was granted to Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Public Assistance funding…
City of Gulf Breeze cleans up as flood waters recede
The Gulf Breeze Community Center, 800 Shoreline Drive will be open Monday-Saturday, 7:30 am to 9 pm and Sunday, 12:30 pm – 6 pm to help service residents disaster application registration. FEMA…
UWF president responds to faculty senate request for pay raise
Dear Colleagues: I sincerely regret that my schedule did not allow for my attendance at the May 9 Faculty Senate meeting. I chair the Florida Public Archeology Network Board and this statewide…
State Fire Marshal says jail explosion due to gas leak
The Florida State Fire Marshal’s Office and the U.S. Department of Justice’s Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) have completed the ‘on-scene’ phase of their joint investigation into an explosion…
DIB wants on input on Downtown parking, May 13
DOWNTOWN IMPROVEMENT BOARD (DIB) HOLDS INFORMATIONAL & INPUT PARKING MEETING WHAT: The Downtown Improvement Board (DIB) will hold an informational parking meeting to discuss the current and future plans for parking in…
Looking for volunteers
UNITED WAY REFERRING VOLUNTEER GROUPS TO COMMUNITY PARTNERS HELPING WITH FLOOD RELIEF EFFORTS Pensacola, Fla. – May 8, 2014 As our community begins rebuilding and recovering from last week’s devastating flood, United…
Disaster Unemployment Assistance available
To file a DUA claim, call 1-800-681-8102. Hours of operation are 7:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. EST, Monday through Friday. The Florida Department of Economic Opportunity (DEO) announced today that individuals who…
Open Mic for Open Books, May 20
“When the Floods Came†Open Mic for Open Books Hosted by West Florida Literary Federation Tuesday, May 20 6:30 Refreshments 7:00 Readings Begin Second Floor, Pensacola Cultural Center “The Flood: Parts I…
Health officials offer safety tips for cleanup
Health Officials and the State Emergency Response Team urge Floridians to practice safety tips when cleaning in and around their homes. Residents and others working to clean up debris left by recent…
National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) Servicing Agent
FROM: NFIP Clearinghouse SUBJECT: Flood Response Office – FICO Number 321 2014 Mid-Spring Storms, Pensacola, FL The NFIP Bureau and Statistical Agent has established a Flood Response Office (FRO) to service Florida…
Rep. Clay Ingram: Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program Available
Today Governor Rick Scott announced the activation of the Florida Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program for businesses impacted by last week’s flooding. Governor Scott activated the program at the request of…